Economy
UK and Gulf Nations Near Landmark Free Trade Agreement.
May 17, 2026 at 4:27 PM
The United Kingdom is reportedly on the brink of finalizing a significant free trade agreement with the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) following years of intense negotiations. An agreement-in-principle is expected to be announced shortly.
Technology
Alibaba Expands Qwen AI into Chinese Automotive Market with Voice-Activated Services.
April 24, 2026 at 4:08 AM
Alibaba is integrating its Qwen AI model into vehicles from major automakers like BYD and Volkswagen to provide voice-controlled services such as food ordering and travel bookings, aiming to boost competitiveness in the slowing Chinese EV market.
Business
US Seeks Reciprocal Trade Expansion with Sri Lanka Amid Post-Crisis Growth.
April 8, 2026 at 5:10 AM
The US is calling for a shift towards reciprocal trade and investment with Sri Lanka, urging the country to address regulatory hurdles to boost commercial integration as market confidence grows.








